Welcome to the 2026 National Holstein Convention!
On behalf of the 2026 Planning Committee, we are delighted to welcome Holstein enthusiasts from across Canada to beautiful British Columbia for an unforgettable week of connection, celebration, and inspiration where we will showcase the "Spirit of the West" in true west coast fashion.
Kicking things off, the week will begin April 12th, with an exciting optional pre-tour: "Journey to the Pacific”. Travel from Calgary and through the Rockies, visiting some of Canada’s most amazing sights, and a few farms in the Okanagan before heading to the Fraser Valley on Wednesday April 15th.
Convention activities on the Lower mainland officially begin Wednesday, April 15 with a National Holstein Convention Sale at Chilliwack Heritage Park, followed by the Taste of BC Tradeshow at the Delta Hotel and Conference Centre in Burnaby to kick off the week in true West Coast style.
Thursday, April 16 is Farm Tour Day, starting with a fresh waffle breakfast at Krause Berry Farms, touring local dairies and stopping for lunch and the Best of the West Dairy Showcase at the WestGen.
After the tours, we'll all get "spruced up" for an evening of elegance at the Grouse Mountain Presidential Evening, offering stunning views and exceptional hospitality.
Friday, April 17 features the National Convention Holstein Show at Chilliwack Heritage Park, with an optional alternate tour, that ends up at the show midafternoon. The day wraps up with the Pacific Celebration BBQ, recognizing excellence with the Premier Breeder and Exhibitor Awards.
We conclude Convention week on Saturday, April 18 with the Holstein Canada Annual General Meeting and the prestigious Master Breeder Gala, honoring outstanding breeders and their lifelong dedication to excellence.
The post-convention tour "Paradise on the Pacific" promises an exhilarating adventure to Vancouver Island with an exciting Whale Watching harbour tours, Butchart Gardens and visiting some of the islands best breeders before heading home from Victoria on April 21.
We look forward to welcoming you to our beautiful province and hope you'll join us in British Columbia for what promises to be a memorable celebration of Holstein genetics, community, and Canadian dairy pride. We hope you will come and experience the Spirit of the West in B.C.!
– The 2026 National Holstein Convention Co-Chairs
Joan Wikkerink, Suzanne Cuthbert, Morgan Sangster
